Tampa Bay Real Estate Blog
Biz of the Month: Legit Bread Company
Jennifer Robins established Legit Bread Company out of a desperate need for satisfying grain-free baked goods. She gave up gluten first and later grain. And then she realized how inauthentic paleo-friendly bread options were. She locked herself in her kitchen and refused to come out until the loaf was legit.
5 Classic Mistakes DIYers Make with Paint
There are few interior design projects that pack more value than a fresh coat of paint: In fact, the cost to paint a room is less than 50 bucks. But even though the cost is low and the impact is huge, getting the desired outcome can be more than a little tricky.
Tampa Will Be Home to World’s Largest SIX Facility
Tampa will be the first city in America using new technology to deal with the PFAs in our water. Once complete, the “SIX” setup at the David L. Tippin Water Treatment Facility will be the first in America and the largest in the world.
Luxury Real Estate Is Having a Moment in Tampa Bay
Per a recent Redfin report, sales of the most expensive homes were up more in Tampa Bay than anywhere else in the country. The report defines luxury homes as those priced in the top 5% of their metro area.
What Floridians Are Talking About: Hotbins
$215 billion of our online purchases end up as returns, and much of that merch is simply abandoned by the retailer. So what happens with all that leftover stuff? Enter Hotbins, a store filled with random boxes of potentially amazing finds from Amazon and Target.
Tampa Makes a Return to Zillow’s Hottest Market List
Zillow evaluates over 300 metros with more than 100k residents. They look for cities that have strong demand for housing, steady home values, a growing number of homeowners and good job growth.
Tampa Bay’s 10 Most Expensive Home Sales of 2023
Thanks to still-high interest rates and low inventory, home sales in most categories were slow in 2023. But Tampa Bay had another banner year in luxury real estate, with 3rd quarter home sales surging 36% over the same period of the previous year.
Biz of the Month: Clear Skin Dermatology
From acne to eczema and skin cancers to psoriasis, there is no problem too big or small for Clear Skin to manage. They use state of the art equipment and a down-to-earth bedside manner to help patients understand and overcome their skin disorders.
Tampa Boasts Best Holiday Markets
Nothing brings out a feeling of holiday cheer faster than a festive market. Tampa has so many talented artists and artisans to enjoy, and the sights and sounds of the season—and a few tasty treats—make for a special shopping experience.
Trophy Kitchens Sell Houses
Once a small, functional space tucked away at the back of the house, the kitchen has emerged as the showpiece of the home. Luxury appliances, beautiful cabinetry and gleaming stone countertops are status symbols—and catnip for homebuyers.
Underpass Pickleball, Anyone?
The spaces under highway overpasses can be pretty underwhelming—mostly just footpaths and litter. But around Tampa, plans are afoot to transform these underpasses into really cool community spaces.
There’s Something Kinda Perfect About 3-Bedroom House Plans
A three-bedroom house plan is neither too big nor too small. It functions well for young families, empty-nesters, roommates, permanent WFH’ers, and pretty much everybody else.
7 Formulas Interior Designers Use Every Day
Many interior designers have a natural eye, but you don’t have to have “the touch” to create a gorgeous room. Like the Rule of Thirds in photography, a few basic formulas can really help you nail your look.
Biz of the Month: The LAB
Conceived in 1953 and popularized in 1966, circuit training has steadily grown in popularity over the last seven decades. But according to the folks at The LAB, not all circuit classes are created equally: The most important thing to look for is real people getting real results.
Tampa Property Taxes & Road Repairs
In advance of the new fiscal year, which begins October 1st, City of Tampa has approved a $1.9B budget that includes how much we'll pay in property taxes next year and a bump for roads.
3 Pieces of Advice for Vacation Rental Property Investors
Lots of buyers are seeking out vacation rental properties these days, and for good reason: They can be very profitable investments. The NAR recommends investors start by understanding these three key principles.
Century-Old Tampa Bay Church Renovated into Modern Mansion
Tarpon Springs resident Tony Marterie bought an old church building for $1.25 million, then spent a year and a half meticulously renovating it into “the perfect blend of historic charm and modern luxury.” And it is a knockout!
$10 Mosquito Hack Keeps Summer Evenings Enjoyable
Florida is the 2nd most mosquito-y state, behind only Louisiana. And with news of malaria making recent headlines, there’s been a stepped-up effort to get them out of back yards.
Downtown Tampa Tops Southeast Recovery Rankings
The University of Toronto’s School of Cities recently undertook an experiment to rank how the downtowns of important cities have experienced recovery since COVID.
Biz of the Month: Davis Islands Pharmacy & Compounding Lab
Davis Islands Pharmacy has been serving Tampa for 75 years and counting! Bob Bobo and Marguerite Beaulieu tailor medications to the needs of their clients — human and animal! — in a state of the art compounding lab.